FujiFilm S1800 vs Sony NEX-3

Here, we will be comparing the FujiFilm S1800 and Sony NEX-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is pretty similar but the S1800 (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The S1800 was launched 4 months earlier than the NEX-3 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the S1800 scores against the NEX-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1800 enjoys outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3 has specifications of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm S1800 and Sony NEX-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S1800 compared to the NEX-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and NEX-3 is 78 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1800 and NEX-3.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1800 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony NEX-3 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively.